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Student Supports

Our Student Supports Team are here to help you with each and every stage of your College journey. And by support, we don’t just mean academic support. So whether you are struggling with your academic studies or some more personal, our team are available with a friendly (and confidential) ear to listen, support and advise. 

Learner & Information Retention Officer

If you are feeling overwhelmed by the transition to college or return to education, struggling to juggle your study and personal commitments or are just unsure how to access our range of student support, our LIRO is your first point of contact.

Academic Resource

Office

The Academic Resource Office provides a range of supports for all students, with specific assistance provided to those with learning differences, a disability, long-term illness or any circumstances which might need individual consideration.

Student Support Services

Our Student Supports team offer a range of services to assist you during your time at College. Our services include health service, counselling service, careers office, pastoral care, IT support and PAWS officer. Find out more about these services by clicking on the links below 

PAWS Officer

Undeniably the most popular staff member on campus, our PAWS Officer Alfie is a registered Irish Therapy Dog and visits the Student Resource Building twice a week to help ease the stress and worries of students. All you have you do is look into his big, brown eyes and all your worries just float away. Come and meet Alfie in the Student Union between Monday and Thursday. 

Meet our Student Services Team